Leaders of the nation’s building trades unions might feel like it is Groundhog Day.

On Tuesday, they gathered yet again to urge President Barack Obama to approve the Keystone XL oil pipeline — this time suggesting there could be consequences for Democrats in the November elections. Read More »

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Washington Wire is one of the oldest standing features in American journalism. Since the Wire launched on Sept. 20, 1940, the Journal has offered readers an informal look at the capital. Now online, the Wire provides a succession of glimpses at what’s happening behind hot stories and warnings of what to watch for in the days ahead. The Wire is led by Reid J. Epstein, with contributions from the rest of the bureau. Washington Wire now also includes Think Tank, our home for outside analysis from policy and political thinkers.